Instapaper

Instapaper is a web service and mobile application that allows users to save web pages and articles for later reading in a simplified, distraction-free format. Launched in 2008 by developer Marco Arment, the service strips away extraneous page elements to present clean, readable text and images, and it syncs saved items across devices for offline access.

Key features include a text-only reading mode, offline article storage, folders and sorting for organization, highlighting and note-taking, adjustable typography and layout, and a speed-reading mode. Instapaper integrates with web browsers, bookmarklets, and many third-party apps and services for easy saving. A premium subscription option adds features such as full-text search, advanced sorting and archival controls, and unlimited highlights or storage depending on the offering at the time.

Instapaper has been available on multiple platforms, including web, iOS, and Android, with client apps that mirror the core reading and organizational functions. Ownership has changed several times since its founding, with periods under Betaworks and Pinterest before returning to independent stewardship; the service has continued to evolve through updates to its apps and feature set.

Widely used by readers who prefer offline access and a focused reading environment, Instapaper has influenced a category of "read later" tools and remains a notable option for saving and consuming long-form web content without distractions.